Author Question: Which is the most appropriate action when an infant becomes apneic? a. Shake vigorously. b. Roll ... (Read 80 times)

student77 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which is the most appropriate action when an infant becomes apneic?

a. Shake vigorously.
b. Roll head side to side.
c. Hold by feet upside down with head supported.
d. Gently stimulate trunk by patting or rubbing.

Question 2

With the goal of preventing plagiocephaly, the nurse should teach new parents to:

a. Place the infant prone for 30 to 60 minutes per day.
b. Buy a soft mattress.
c. Allow the infant to nap in the car safety seat.
d. Have the infant sleep with the parents.

jojobee318 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
If the infant is apneic, the infant's trunk should be gently stimulated by patting or rubbing. If the infant is prone, turn onto the back. The infant should not be shaken vigorously, have the head rolled side to side, or be held by the feet upside down with the head supported. These actions can cause injury.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Prevention of positional plagiocephaly may begin shortly after birth by implementing prone positioning or tummy time for approximately 30 to 60 minutes per day when the infant is awake. Soft mattresses or sleeping with parents (co-sleeping) are not recommended because they put the infant at a higher risk for a sudden infant death incident. To prevent plagiocephaly, prolonged placement in car safety seats should be avoided.